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Glenda the Good Witch

Ocrafty1, member | November 2nd, 20103 comments

My sister phoned and asked me to cut off her 1990's wedding gown and cover it with pink tulle to make her costume. I refused to cut her gown and drove the 60 miles to her home...

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JoyceDS, member | October 29th, 20103 comments

Inspired by the suit from the Western Costume Company which was featured on the back cover of Threads, November 2010 issue, I chose to make the jacket out of London wool crepe. The sleeve...

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Julie the Cow Girl!!

TnSewingNewbie, member | October 29th, 20101 comment

This is my daughter, she wanted to be jessie from Toy Story, so instead of buying a plastic outfit from walmart i decided to make her one, The jeans were covered in cow print Minky and faux...

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Inside My Chanel Jacket

nanasue, member | October 24th, 20106 comments

I learned to sew at a young age and was always fascinated by the gowns and suits that were worn by celebrities and models. As a teen I would sit for hours in our hometown library...

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Vintage Vogue Gown

Laura_Mae, member | October 12th, 20104 comments

Pattern Description: Vintage Vogue Model, Original 1948 Design, Close-fitting dress, evening-length, has shoulder pads, front extending into single-layered drape (wrong side shows), inset, front...

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Inspired By Threads: Issue 64 ~ Ribbonwork Flowers/In Detail

Kathleen_Noll, member | October 7th, 20103 comments

In 1996, when I was 17 years old, I was inspired by Threads Issue #64 to make my Senior Prom dress. The issue featured an article and an "In Detail" back cover image on Ribbonwork...

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One Hour Art Deco dress

loyl, member | September 30th, 20101 comment

I made this asymmetrical dress from the crafty stylish tutorial. It took me a little longer than 1-hour, but worth it. I made it for a wedding rehearsal. It was very comfy. I cut a light weight...

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Reconstructed linen skirt with wool felt embellishment

StormyBoo, member | September 1st, 2010

If I would have known that I was going to join and start posting I would have taken pictures of this project in progress. As it is, you'll have to settle for a description! I had this skirt that I...

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GIVEAWAY @ StitchnStudio

tamk, member | August 15th, 2010

Come by and enter for a chance to win this Orange Felted Bucket Bag. Entering is easy! http://stitchnstudio.blogspot.com

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corset top made from an old shirt

cuddlypersephone, member | July 25th, 20106 comments

This is a corset top I made using one of my husbands old shirts, it was my second attempt as the first one didn't work out(a problem with the rigilene boning that I rectified in this one). It was my...

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Men's Jacket Repair

GeoaDesigns, member | July 8th, 2010

Please visit my blog at http://www.geoadesigns.com/blog.html to find out how I tackled this project. Feel free to post comments here or email me.

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Studio Wristlet Giveaway

tamk, member | July 7th, 2010

Want a chance to win a new wristlet in Amy butlers Lotus collection? This is a great little bag for a quick trip out the door or a date night. Entering is easy, visit my blog for more...

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Handmade Ring Bearer Pillow

tamk, member | July 3rd, 20102 comments

Beautiful mixed textiles in creams and white. Vintage 2 1/2 in. metal rose pin makes a statement at center stage. Cream hand crocheted romantic trim measures 4 inches. White pillow center. Round...

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Whimsical Fairy Skirt

KrystalTigerMarie, member | June 16th, 20103 comments

I made this skirt especially for my niece, who is a vibrant 1 year old! Also, I create children's garments out of my testing phase, because it is cheaper and much faster! i have to see if it will...

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Vintage lamp recreated with Victorian style lamp shade

shadezofmichelle, member | June 15th, 20102 comments

This is a wonderful vintage lamp that I refinished, rewired and created a handsewn Victorian style lamp shade for. The techniques I used for creating the lamp shade include hand stitching...

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DIOR necklace DIY

IvaMessy, member | June 2nd, 20101 comment

DIOR Necklacce DIY details @ http://www.ivamessy.com/2010/06/mise-en-dior-necklace-diy.html

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DIY Fabric Bracelets

IvaMessy, member | May 24th, 2010

DIY Fabric Bracelets. Super easy 5 minutes max! All materials from your closet! detals @ http://www.ivamessy.com/2010/05/diy-fabric-bracelets.html

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DIY Sequin Tank Top

IvaMessy, member | May 17th, 20101 comment

I picked this tank top up at Target fairly recently for $10 {also got it in army green as well}. Unfortunately I did not have enough different colors of strung sequin fabric at home, and I just...

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A Dress Fit for a Princess

cindy_sews, member | May 5th, 20101 comment

Chartreuse from the color palette is mixed with blue and purple to make a princess dress that any toddler would be proud to wear. The pattern is Kari Berries and Blooms from Kari Me Away. The added...

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Kinley in "Popping Pink"

vintagecouture, member | May 4th, 20102 comments

Kinely is my great-niece. Even though I live in South Carolina and she lives in Iowa, I enjoy sewing for her, as I did for her mother when she was young. My latest...

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Santa Rosa Junior College Fashion Show, 2010

LokisRomance, member | April 3rd, 2010

I've finally decided I've been designing for way too long without being able to sew my own designs and it's time to put my money where my mouth is! After taking a basic sewing class and doing some...

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Soysilk Spring Scarf - Orchid

donnabgoode, member | March 9th, 2010

I ended the bottom (around face) with successive rows of single crochet which decreased the "tube" so it fits the face. Using Southwest Trading Company Soysilk makes the cowl for spring use and...

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Hot Tea Emery Pincushion

DottyR, member | February 25th, 20103 comments

It's hand-stitched and made of felt. I filled it with emery to keep pins sharp. I've also made coffee and latte cups. :) I purchased a pattern for felt drinks (for kids play food...

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Red Lace Bodice Dress

DesignsByAlicia, member | February 22nd, 2010

This is a small/petite dress I am working on specifically for this challenge. It has an asymmetrical strap The bodice has been constructed of lace strips, about 1/2 inch wide, using a basic...

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Hair bands made by me...

seamsoeasy, member | February 22nd, 2010

I make hair accessories and I love discovering different ways to create pretty hair things.

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Flamenco Rose Jacket and Purse

evek, member | February 20th, 20104 comments

The jacket and purse are made of cerise red silk twill and embellishedwith machine embroidery, trapunto, free-motion quilting and handbeading. A quilting design from Amazing Designs Jumbo...

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Happy Valentines Day!

Allysonsews, member | February 17th, 2010

My dear friend let me choose any type of dress for her wedding. To complement her halter-style, backless, very sleek and slim gown, I chose a halter-style, backless but very full skirted about...

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QUEEN OF HEARTS - Costume for Alice in Wonderland Children's Theater Production

Lady_Jaydee, member | February 9th, 20108 comments

I made this costume for my grandaughter, Beth Ann when she played the Queen of Heartsin Alice in Wonderland, in a Youth Theater production in Austin, TX. This is the only picture I havenbsp...

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Fountain Veil in Mixed Media

Veil_Artist, member | January 5th, 2010

This bride wanted a contempory veil combining both bridal illusion and French Net. She felt that the Fountain Veil style best conveyed the overall look and shape that she wanted so that was...

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Momgrammed Classic Style Veil

Veil_Artist, member | January 5th, 2010

The bride's mother approached me probably 10 months in advance of the wedding date about making her daughter's veil. Both the bride and her mother were in agreement that they wantednbspthe...

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Starry Starry Night

mysticah, member | January 4th, 20102 comments

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Colonial Gown w/ Quilted Petticoat by Dollhouse Designs for American Girl Dolls

RSAdams, member | December 30th, 20092 comments

This is my favorite project so far. It's constructed of cotton print gown, Dupioni silk petticoat (underskirt), and various trims. Has 2 alternate "stomachers" or bodice fronts, made w/ snap...

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Wedding Dress with Alencon Lace

mjgreen, member | December 20th, 20096 comments

I designed this couture gown for my daughter in law. We started with a muslin for the inner corselet, and after fitting this with steel boning we move on to the gown muslin. She wanted a...

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Cocktail dress in black

ca2james, member | December 15th, 20092 comments

I made this dress using a vintage Pauline Trigere pattern. I love vintage patterns and needed something for a Christmas party; this pattern was perfect! I traced out the original pattern and then...

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Metallic Trim

Marilyn679, member | December 10th, 20093 comments

The original idea for this Christmas and wedding attendee dress came from a preview of Chanel's 2010 Cruise Line Collection which featured a scarf-dress and stole. I teach and practice yoga and...

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Velvet-lace party top

jdjola, member | December 9th, 200911 comments

Occasional top. Made of velvet and lace, embelished with swarovsky crystals and beads, sleeve's, collar and bottom edges done in crochet. The garment was put together in panels and joined with...

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High Glam in Turquoise and Fuschia

itsmarkmitchell, member | December 1st, 20098 comments

This is a one of a kind custom gown and cape that I created for The Swedish Housewife, a performer and producer of magnificent stage shows. We have worked on quite a few costumes together, and...

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Beaded Embroidered Silk Ensemble

Thimblefingers, member | November 30th, 20094 comments

I made this jacket and dress ensemble out of embroidered beaded silk and matching plain silk purchased at Estee's Fabrics in Edmonton. I designed both pieces. On thenbspbeaded...

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

IHeartHandmadeGoods, member | November 7th, 2009

We had so much fun making and wearing these costumes! We bought matching green sweat suits, sparkly and scaly green fabric for our shells, colored fabric for each of the turtles, green face...

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1868 Day Dress

Manon_Antoinette, member | November 7th, 20094 comments

I made this 1868 Day Dress, the inspiration for the overskirt came from a La Mode Illustree, it's worn with a midvictorian Winter bonnet, elliptical crinoline and corset. The idea for the pattern of...

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